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Extract from John Adams to William Cunningham

Quincy January 16th 1804.

I wish him no ill. I envy him not. I shudder at the calamities, which I fear his conduct is preparing for his Country, from a mean thirst for popularity, an inordinate ambition and a want of sincerity.

FC (MHi).
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Author
John Adams
Recipient
William Cunningham
Date Range
1801 - 1809
Date
January 16, 1804
Collection
Quotes by and about Thomas Jefferson
Repository
MHi
Quote Category
Notable Comments on Jefferson

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